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The Rinaldi's Blog
by Scott Hudson, Vice-President
Why Your Hot Water Heater is Running Out of Hot Water
Problems with the water heater often sneak up on homeowners since they’re usually out of sight and work quietly. If yours isn’t providing the hot water you count on, the cause might be one of the conditions listed below. Excessive hard water deposits. A tank-style...
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Getting Rid of Cold Floors in Winter
Bare feet on cold floors is not a comfortable combination on a winter's day. It’s particularly annoying when you’ve got the HVAC thermostat set to a temperature that ought to keep the whole house cozy. Still, the floor resists warming up. Because wearing socks and...
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Will Groundhog Day Affect Your Winter Heating?
Groundhog’s Day is coming up, which means we’ll soon find out whether or not we’ll have six more weeks of winter. Even if Punxsutawney Phil doesn’t see his shadow this year, it’s still important to pay attention to your home’s heating needs. Keep the following winter...
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Gas Leaks 101
Furnaces powered by natural gas are a common way to heat homes in our area. Natural gas is for the most part a very safe fuel, but there are some hazards associated with it and it pays to be on the alert for gas leaks especially. Leaking gas can cause fires and...
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Furnace or Boiler Heating Options
You may have heard of radiant heating and boilers and wondered if either of these heating options is a good one for your home. Nearly all homes in Florida use forced-air furnaces or heat pumps rather than boilers, and if they use radiant heat, it’s more likely in the...
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Nursery Safety: Setting the Nursery Temperature
The temperature in Orlando varies quite a bit over the year. And if you have a baby at home, this can cause problems. Children under a year old are sensitive to temperature, and there's a narrow comfort window in which they need to be kept, in order to stay healthy....
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What to Know About Boiler Safety
If you've purchased an Orlando-area home with a boiler, or you're considering installing radiant heating, it's important to learn how this kind of system works and its upkeep needs. Most boilers burn gas to heat water inside a tank, which gets pumped through...
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How Window Insulation Saves You Money
As necessary as they are to an enjoyable home, windows can also be one of the biggest energy wasters. You may need window insulation to prevent the air leakage and heat transfer through glass that’s so common with older and/or single-pane windows. Glass has virtually...
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Avoiding HVAC Airflow Problems
Airflow problems can affect nearly all aspects of heating and cooling performance, efficiency and reliability. Your furnace, air conditioner, blower and ductwork are all sized and designed to work in concert with a precise airflow specification. In a typical home, at...
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3 Tips for Saving Money in January
After splurging during the holidays, direct your impulses for saving money to making your home more energy efficient. Investing your time and money in this direction pays you back winter and summer in lower energy costs and keeps you more comfortable longer without...
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3 HVAC Resolutions for the New Year
The best resolutions to make are the ones that are easy to keep. In 2019, why not add a few simple HVAC resolutions to your list? Take these three suggestions to benefit your household all year long. 1. Take Better Care of Your Heating and Cooling Systems The heating...
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Subscriptions Homeowners Need: HVAC Publications
As a homeowner, it's good to learn all you can about the household systems you rely on, such as the HVAC. Reading the following HVAC publications can help you gain a general knowledge about how your HVAC components work, how to improve their energy efficiency, and the...
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Humidity and Temperature Effects on Baking
If your holiday plans include doing a lot of baking for family gatherings and other festive events, this can have an effect on your home’s indoor climate. Your home’s temperature and humidity levels can also affect the way your baked goods turn out. Learn more about...
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Indoor Air Quality and Christmas Trees
There's something about a fresh Christmas tree that evokes the holiday spirit. However, if you suffer from allergies the moment the tree enters the home, you might want to find another centerpiece for your holiday celebration. Here's how you can improve your indoor...
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Ornaments Inspired by HVAC
The holidays are coming! Time to decorate your home with wreaths, trees, snowmen, and more. If you're a bit crafty, you can make all those things yourself, with odds and ends you have around the house. And if you're feeling really ambitious, you can make them all...
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Give the Gift of Warmth: HVAC Gifts
The winter months are a wonderful time for family and friends, but let's not forget that the exchanging of gifts play a big role over the holidays. If you've been looking for the perfect present for someone in your life, we suggest one of these HVAC gifts to help your...
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Home Scents: Using Essential Oils in Your Air Filter
As a homeowner here in Orlando, you probably contend with stale air and odors when you're running the HVAC and your home is closed up tight. If you're looking for a way to give your home a pleasant scent without using chemical-filled air freshener sprays or burning...
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What to Consider Before Relocating Your HVAC System
Moving your HVAC system, whether indoors or outdoors, isn't easy or cheap. As you might guess, all those ducts, refrigeration lines and wiring have to be disconnected and reconnected and it's pretty challenging. Do not embark on an HVAC relocation unless you fully...
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